Pope Francis Announces World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation
Pope Francis has announced the creation of a World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation to be celebrated on September 1st each year. Pope Francis explained:
Pope Francis has announced the creation of a World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation to be celebrated on September 1st each year. Pope Francis explained:
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